1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1980 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corsa (68 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 25 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
